JEWELRY/SALES SPECIALIST

Fred Meyer Jewelers; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dynamic sales professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional customer experiences in the jewelry sector. This role offers the opportunity to engage with customers, turning meaningful moments into lasting celebrations through fine jewelry. With comprehensive training and support, you will thrive in a collaborative environment that values growth and excellence. This position is ideal for individuals eager to learn and succeed in a rewarding career path, whether part-time or full-time. Join a team that prioritizes respect, integrity, and inclusivity, and make a difference in people's lives every day.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Emotional Support Services

Associate Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Sales-driven individuals with a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Must be goal-oriented and passionate about achieving sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service and achieve personal sales targets.
• Build emotional connections with customers and provide product knowledge.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Service

Retail Experience

Jewelry Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary:
Fred Meyer Jewelers sales professionals are welcoming, friendly, understanding, caring, dynamic, driven, and creative individuals who believe what they are doing every day makes a difference in achieving the same, ideal customer experience. Sales professionals achieve personal sales targets by turning every one of our customers' life's meaningful moments into a celebration worth remembering by offering a fine jewelry experience that is approachable, special, and lasting. Our sales professionals engage customers to create a desire for and make our products relevant, exciting, and accessible to as many people as possible every day. We provide training on sales techniques, product knowledge, and skills to help you succeed and create a refreshing shopping experience for our customers.

Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of self and others.
Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer Jewelers merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're serving customers in over 120 store locations across the United States.

As one of the largest and fastest-growing jewelers in America, Fred Meyer Jewelers offers exciting career opportunities across various locations and roles, from Sales Professionals to Store Managers and Regional Supervisors.

We value people. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own success story at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Fred Meyer Jewelers family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions, through company plans or collective bargaining agreements.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay based on eligibility and service length.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Sales, retail, and/or jewelry experience

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

• High school diploma or GED
• Commitment to excellence and providing a refreshing shopping experience
• Goal-oriented, sales-driven, and passionate to succeed
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Maintain confidentiality
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Essential Job Functions:

• Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage excellent customer service
• Achieve personal sales targets (e.g., credit applications, protection plan attachment rates)
• Promote Diamond Parties and special events with customers
• Work with teammates to meet store goals, foster a positive atmosphere, and support each other
• Build emotional connections with customers through clienteling
• Provide product knowledge and benefits to customers
• Advise on jewelry quality, cuts, and values; assist in selecting mountings and settings
• Attend monthly meetings
• Operate POS and process payments or credit authorizations
• Inspect and clean jewelry for customers
• Estimate jewelry and watch repairs
• Perform watch battery replacements and band adjustments
• Follow receiving and processing procedures
• Display merchandise and promotional materials according to corporate plans
• Perform opening and closing procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards
• Participate in inventory processes and case counts
• Work any shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation